Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland vs Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of ScotlandLaphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
DistilleryLongmornLaphroaig
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.7%48.9%
Age40 yr25 yr
Price£499£399
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

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Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

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Quick verdict

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £499.

For beginners: Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (40 vs 25 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £499)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

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Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)

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